MY14 XC60 Seats

Lamp Swinger · Sep 29th, 2014, 13:16

Hi Guy's,

I retire in 3 weeks time and want to go for a 1 year old MY14 XC60 D4 or D5 Geartronic.

My wife has a hip problem and finds getting into our current car a bit of a challenge. We have sat in an R-Design in our local dealer. But we have not been able to try a SE or SE Lux as there are none near us in Maidstone. Can anyone tell me if there is any difference in the seats between the 3 models please? We both found the seats of the R-Design a bit narrow too - yeah, I know we should go on a diet!! Are the SE and SE Lux seats any wider?

Thanks in advance,

David

Harvey1512 · Sep 29th, 2014, 14:05

I think the R-Design tend to be more fitted, a little more sports like, but hopefully others will be able to help you more. Also note that the seats can be pumped up or down. My mum recently found the seats too high so I let them down. When I left I pumped them higher as we all like them as tall as we can get. There is flexibility is my point.

I should have added, good luck on your retirement. An XC60 is a lovely present to yourself to start it off.

Lamp Swinger · Sep 29th, 2014, 14:17

Thank you Harvey,

We did consider the XC70, but thought it looks a bit big.

As for retirement, I have been an apprentice OAP for 50 years, so feel well prepared and fully indentured. The XC60 is a very apt present indeed and can't wait to get behind the wheel.

David

Harvey1512 · Sep 29th, 2014, 14:26

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Originally Posted by Lamp Swinger

As for retirement, I have been an apprentice OAP for 50 years, so feel well prepared and fully indentured.

I love that quote, I am going to pinch it. I have been telling my wife for years that I can't wait to retire. I don't dislike my work, I would just prefer retirement ahead of it.

Wildoskar · Sep 29th, 2014, 14:37

I've driven both and the RDesign seats are definitely more fitted (seem a little narrower, especially the base). I think the 2015 RDesign have gone even more sports like / supportive and I certainly noticed a difference from my current 2010 model

pagan8c · Sep 29th, 2014, 16:01

I tried the seats in a 2 year old XC60 and also found them a bit narrow.I also found the interior felt small as well.At the time I had a V70 I have now swapped for a XC70 D5 Geratronic and it is great.Feels much more roomy and the seats are really comfy too.I am retired and I use mine for towing my caravan.I must admit that I have never found it to too big and it is so easy to drive with the geartronic gearbox.Mine is the MY13 se lux and has bliss ,sunroof,adaptive cruise,rear park sensors,cream leather interior and sat nav.I don't think I will be getting rid of this too soon as the next 1 will probably have the 4 pot engine as they are getting rid of the 5.

MikeIOW · Sep 29th, 2014, 16:05

Pretty sure the R-Design were 'tighter' (as 'sports' seats tend to be) when I sat in one on the showroom......mind you, that was sooo long ago!

Probably worth hunting one down with SE spec seats.....maybe even take a loo through autotrader to view some ?

Westyman · Sep 29th, 2014, 16:38

Going from the V70 to the XC60, with my advancing years getting in/out was easier. The XC70 has raised suspension so the seat height will be different to my V70. I used to get in/out of the Westfield I built with seats about 5" off the road and can still do it in a friend's Westfield now!!

Now, they ARE narrow seats......:0

GMcL · Sep 29th, 2014, 17:13

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Originally Posted by Lamp Swinger

Hi Guy's,

I retire in 3 weeks time and want to go for a 1 year old MY14 XC60 D4 or D5 Geartronic.

My wife has a hip problem and finds getting into our current car a bit of a challenge. We have sat in an R-Design in our local dealer.

I don't know if the XC60 has an uprated chassis with R-design but the S & V60 models are 20% stiffer. It's not just the seats that are the difference.

I prefer a tauter chassis but it's not to everyone's taste.

Dash300 · Sep 29th, 2014, 19:30

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lamp Swinger

Hi Guy's,

I retire in 3 weeks time and want to go for a 1 year old MY14 XC60 D4 or D5 Geartronic.

My wife has a hip problem and finds getting into our current car a bit of a challenge. We have sat in an R-Design in our local dealer. But we have not been able to try a SE or SE Lux as there are none near us in Maidstone. Can anyone tell me if there is any difference in the seats between the 3 models please? We both found the seats of the R-Design a bit narrow too - yeah, I know we should go on a diet!! Are the SE and SE Lux seats any wider?

Thanks in advance,

David

Found the same when looking to buy. Loads of R Designs, tend to think fleet buyets go for them. However once I found an SE model
I found the seats much more accomodating and easier to get in and out of and less hugging. Extremely comfortable and ideally suited to the purpose and performance of the vehicle. My 5 Series would have justified the R Design seats but not the XC 60.
Others will be along shortly to disagree but the SE seats are very comfy.

Sep 29th, 2014, 13:16	#1
Lamp Swinger Member Last Online: Dec 14th, 2021 16:50 Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Snodland, Kent.	MY14 XC60 Seats Hi Guy's, I retire in 3 weeks time and want to go for a 1 year old MY14 XC60 D4 or D5 Geartronic. My wife has a hip problem and finds getting into our current car a bit of a challenge. We have sat in an R-Design in our local dealer. But we have not been able to try a SE or SE Lux as there are none near us in Maidstone. Can anyone tell me if there is any difference in the seats between the 3 models please? We both found the seats of the R-Design a bit narrow too - yeah, I know we should go on a diet!! Are the SE and SE Lux seats any wider? Thanks in advance, David __________________ мы приходим невидимый - HM Submarines Conqueror, Churchill, Renown, Onslaught, Ocelot, Porpoise. 2016 Kia Sorento KX-4 Auto. Now sold - MY14 XC60 SE Lux Nav D4 AWD Geartronic

Sep 29th, 2014, 14:05	#2
Harvey1512 Premier Member Last Online: Jan 30th, 2021 12:00 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Northumberland	I think the R-Design tend to be more fitted, a little more sports like, but hopefully others will be able to help you more. Also note that the seats can be pumped up or down. My mum recently found the seats too high so I let them down. When I left I pumped them higher as we all like them as tall as we can get. There is flexibility is my point. I should have added, good luck on your retirement. An XC60 is a lovely present to yourself to start it off. __________________ I used to have an S40, V60 and XC60 so I am allowed here, honest.

Sep 29th, 2014, 14:17	#3
Lamp Swinger Member Last Online: Dec 14th, 2021 16:50 Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Snodland, Kent.	Thank you Harvey, We did consider the XC70, but thought it looks a bit big. As for retirement, I have been an apprentice OAP for 50 years, so feel well prepared and fully indentured. The XC60 is a very apt present indeed and can't wait to get behind the wheel. David __________________ мы приходим невидимый - HM Submarines Conqueror, Churchill, Renown, Onslaught, Ocelot, Porpoise. 2016 Kia Sorento KX-4 Auto. Now sold - MY14 XC60 SE Lux Nav D4 AWD Geartronic

Sep 29th, 2014, 14:37	#5
Wildoskar Member Last Online: Aug 3rd, 2015 19:30 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Rossendale	I've driven both and the RDesign seats are definitely more fitted (seem a little narrower, especially the base). I think the 2015 RDesign have gone even more sports like / supportive and I certainly noticed a difference from my current 2010 model __________________ XC60 D5 215 AWD Auto R-Des Lux Nav, Inscr Chrystal White, Off black. Driver Supp, Winter Illum, Security, Park assist, Prem sound, Dark glass, Rear seat heat, Stearing wheel heat, Panoramic roof, On Call, Rear park camera, Front camera, Gear Paddles

Sep 29th, 2014, 16:01	#6
pagan8c Master Member Last Online: Apr 7th, 2024 12:48 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: lincoln	Xc60 I tried the seats in a 2 year old XC60 and also found them a bit narrow.I also found the interior felt small as well.At the time I had a V70 I have now swapped for a XC70 D5 Geratronic and it is great.Feels much more roomy and the seats are really comfy too.I am retired and I use mine for towing my caravan.I must admit that I have never found it to too big and it is so easy to drive with the geartronic gearbox.Mine is the MY13 se lux and has bliss ,sunroof,adaptive cruise,rear park sensors,cream leather interior and sat nav.I don't think I will be getting rid of this too soon as the next 1 will probably have the 4 pot engine as they are getting rid of the 5.

Sep 29th, 2014, 16:05	#7
MikeIOW Premier Member Last Online: Feb 26th, 2024 15:56 Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Leicester	Pretty sure the R-Design were 'tighter' (as 'sports' seats tend to be) when I sat in one on the showroom......mind you, that was sooo long ago! Probably worth hunting one down with SE spec seats.....maybe even take a loo through autotrader to view some ? __________________ Introducing Stormy!: XC60 D4 2.0 (+Polestar) SE Lux Nav auto: Stormtrooper White , tints, heated & parking everything, DSP & more Gone Electric! Kona 64kWh - £50 each if you join Octopus Energy - I will donate £25 to your charity, msg me!

Sep 29th, 2014, 16:38	#8
Westyman VOC Member Last Online: Feb 27th, 2023 21:36 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Derby	Going from the V70 to the XC60, with my advancing years getting in/out was easier. The XC70 has raised suspension so the seat height will be different to my V70. I used to get in/out of the Westfield I built with seats about 5" off the road and can still do it in a friend's Westfield now!! Now, they ARE narrow seats......:0 __________________ 2014MY XC60 D5 SE Lux AWD Geartronic hauling a 2011MY Vanmaster Accolade And for more fun: 1972 MG B GT

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